The Bluefaced Leicester’s high-quality mothering skills and quality wool are some of the strong traits that make the breed a good addition to any operation.
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Bluefaced Leicester breed in a class all its own
A Saskatchewan sheep producer brings the rare breed to a recent industry exhibition, showing the sector’s diversity
Future looks bright for sheep sector
Market strong despite recent drop in prices; industry optimistic about growing interest from young producers
The sheep industry has faced some challenges lately, but there has also been plenty of good news for western Canadian producers.
Wool campaign focuses on Canadian fabrics
The industry makes a concerted effort to show the public the wide variety of uses for all different types of the product
Under the patronage of King Charles III, the Canadian Wool Council is promoting its Campaign for Wool and its mission to raise awareness about wool products made by Canadian producers.
Sask. sheep exhibition shows market growth
Organizers scrambled to find room for 160 sheep and lambs from 32 producers for the Grasslands Sheep Exhibition
HUMBOLDT, Sask. — Sheep numbers at the 2023 Grasslands Sheep Exhibition in Humboldt, Sask., were up 50 percent over last year’s show, which organizers said is an indication of industry growth. Sheep producers from across the Prairies participated in the July 21-23 exhibition. Organized by the Saskatchewan Sheep Breeders Association and the Saskatchewan Sheep Development […] Read more
